I'll quickly discuss the various types of traps, but before I do, I must point out the single most important thing to keep in mind regarding squirrels in the attic, and the reason a squirrel in the attic is not such a simple matter. NEED LOCAL HELP? We are wildlife removal ...
Once pests get a hold of your property it can be really difficult to sort them out. Our house seems to have an invisible sign outside – all pests welcome, the perfect accommodation for mice, rats, squirrels, wasps, beetles and anything else which fancies making a nice cozy bed to raise...
but with the right settings, you can get some pretty interesting images from a less-than-ideal position. The image below is one such photo; it uses backlight to create interesting silhouettes and atmosphere:
(Think about the fact that they can hang by their back feet like squirrels, and probably are smarter than mice.) I use rain water and a touch of bleach in the water to counteract whatever diseases they might be carrying. It’s infinitely cheaper than spring traps which went up in price...
most other types of fence materials which makes them great for anyone who doesn’t want added costs. The negatives would be the fact that they could become too hot during the summer months or allow things like squirrels through small openings at ground level (if you don’t get wire mesh)...
In this changing climate the poor pear tree is really struggling this season; it hardly produced any of its tiny pears. The birds and squirrels love to eat them, and they’ve been coming around to snack but not finding any. In a normal year, it would not be an exaggeration to say the...
Prevent insects and pests:Plant mint in the ground surrounding your home (it grows rapidly and everywhere). Mice, moles,rats, gophers, squirrels,fleas, ticks,ants, and moths will stay away. To eliminate bad smells in your car,Grab a few sheets of fabric softener and place them under the...
Cottage Q&A: Relocating red squirrels 6. ANY AMOUNT OF SKUNKS Typical MO Hunker down underneath your deck or shed. And fill you with fear. Because skunk spray to the face! What to do Here’s what not to do: corner a skunk. Spraying “is usually their last resort,” says Gary Ure. ...
Or perhaps your dog barks excessively at other dogs or at small animals like squirrels or rabbits. Other dogs bark when delivery trucks arrive because they think they need to protect your home. While territorial barking has some benefits, such as alerting you to danger, the problems start when...
Keep a small bag on ready so you can quickly grab it if you ever want to venture away from your base camp. Fill it withessentialslike a space blanket,multi-toolorfirst-aid kit. 15. Use that kit for other activities, too. Now that you’ve set up a ready-to-go bag, it’s easy ...